Course Description

Progressive discipline is a process for handling workplace issues by providing opportunities for employees to correct problems through a series of increasingly severe sanctions. Progressive discipline is considered a best practice because it is corrective rather than punitive and tailored to the seriousness of the issue. This course will provide Frontline Managers with the skills necessary to implement and manage an effective progressive discipline program at their organization. .

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

• Define progressive discipline
• List the stages of a progressive disciplinary procedure
• Identify best practices for each stage of the procedure
• Describe how frontline managers can implement and administer progressive discipline
• Identify how to document each stage in progressive discipline

Notes

Estimated time to complete: 2 hours

This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours. Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs.